Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day...if I could I would eat breakfast food all day and every day, and some days I do. I've always said that the beauty of WW is that you can eat regular foods and not feel guilty about it because it's all about portion control.

I love what I classify as 'aggressive' foods; sandwiches with chicken cutlets, french fries, and gravy or a hashbrown waffle -- something that is different, unique, and a little bit out there. These foods are also very unhealthy so one of my favorite things to do is hack recipes like this and find fun ways to eat the foods I love. 

That's where today's recipe comes in. Wonton and eggroll wrappers are a great way to hack your favorite foods on WW; they're low points and so versatile... it's pretty genius when you think about it. I also didn't realize that these products are available in almost all grocery stores so they're accessible.

My first memory of making S'mores was at my family's summer house in Long Island. My cousins and I would look forward to the nighttime when we would gather around the firepit their great grandfather built every night we were there. Our parents helped us roast marshmallows and put together the S'mores and it is just such an amazing memory I have.

S'mores are freaking delicious. I don't find them too sweet or too much-- they're perfect and after one or two, you're satisfied. 

This delectable, three-ingredient dessert isn't the healthiest nor is it easy to make when you don't have access to a firepit/fireplace. Despite that, I've found a 'healthier' way to make your favorite summer dessert-- no fire required.

Another month, another failed Weight Watchers update. I didn't lose any weight this month but gained 3 pounds. My eating has been a little out of control, while still remaining within the program and I haven't exercised, with good reason.

I talked a lot about the minor surgery I had on my leg in September; I had a lot of stitches and the doctor told me I had to take it easy. That meant not working out until this past weekend -- almost a month without working out really took a toll on me.

I work out on my pilates machine about 4-5 times a week and then go to the gym 1-2 times on the weekend. That didn't happen at all so it's no wonder I gained a few pounds.

Well, when I saw that number tick up higher than it has in over a year, I knew I had to get smart and stick with it. I know the next few months are going to be tough because of the holidays but I really am going to try my best.

I say that every month whenever I start these updates but I think I mean it this time. If I want to see change, I need to be as strict as I was when I first started this journey. I want to lose at least another 40-50 pounds and being stuck at 20-25 pounds for over a year is just not good enough for me anymore.

To do that, I'm going to be meal prepping a lot, meal planning a week in advance, researching new recipes, and working out as much as possible. I will treat myself when necessary but really have to stick to this lifestyle.

To motivate myself I've been on my Weight Watchers Instagram account more, posting and trying to hold myself accountable. I also made a huge Trader Joe's list and started stockpiling Weight Watchers recipes.

*I posted more about what I got over the weekend in my latest vlog. 

I'm definitely going to stick to pilates on a daily basis but maybe I'll try to incorporate yoga every so often. I started doing yoga a few years ago and it did wonders for my anxiety and helped me lose a bit of weight so we'll see.

I have already started meal prepping and planning and have been pretty successful in that so far (at least for this week). I shared 'what I eat in a week' last month if you're curious about that, but I do have a few new recipes that I've been trying out and they've been really good.

Recipes I've Been Loving

• Panko Chicken Tenders
• Creamy Parmesan Chicken
• Chicken and Cheese Casserole

Any tips for staying motivated throughout the month or recipes you want to share? Let me know in the comments below!

Buckle up for a long, long post! There's a lot to discuss.

I wanted to a do bit of a different Weight Watchers update because my weight is still up and down. Meal prepping and pilates are still helping but my willpower has just not improved. If I do cheat, I have been using my weekly points no matter how high the food is worth.

I need to be more inspired and maybe if I drop a few more pounds, and see some improvement I'll be more motivated. I'm stuck in this 3-4 pound ladder and I'm tired of it. UGH.

So, instead of the typical update, I'm going to break down what I eat in a week, but first... Weight Watchers announced HUGE changes on Monday Morning.

The company is no longer 'Weight Watchers' - it's now called WW USA. They have now rebranded as a wellness company because they are on their way to becoming one of the top wellness companies in the world. They've always been the top weight loss company in the world so it was time to change direction.

I'm unsure how I feel about the change; it doesn't seem like it will affect our weight loss journies too much but only add to it, which is exciting! Read here for more info!

Now for what I eat in a week... 

Breakfast: 

Snacks

This was not an easy month for Weight Watchers. I didn't meal prep/go to Trader Joe's as much, I traveled two weeks in a row and kind of went to hell with myself.

A few weeks ago I gained 4 pounds -- the most I've ever gained back since starting Weight Watchers over a year ago. In retrospect that isn't THAT bad because I've managed to keep basically all the weight I've lost in the year off, but seeing that 4-pound weight gain on the scale made me crazy.

I lost 1 of the 4 pounds and I'm hoping to clock in even less this week.

When I see the weight gain on the scale, I get physically ill. It's one of the reasons before going on Weight Watchers I never got on the scale. I didn't want to be defined by a number but going into this lifestyle I knew I had to be, sort of. I want to get down to a goal weight, I want to be able to say I lost x amount of weight. It makes me so incredibly happy and proud of myself because I know I accomplished something I never thought possible.



As we head into the Fall season, my favorite season of life, I know there is going to be a ton of temptation. Pumpkin everything, Thanksgiving, my birthday and Christmas sweets; this is when I went off track last year and I never really gained my momentum back. I am going to make a promise to myself to be strict with myself during the week and then allow myself some pumpkin treats on the weekend.

Another issue I'm experiencing is that I started dating and I'm going out to dinner every weekend. I want to enjoy my dinners and experience the delicious food without going overboard. I'm lucky that I've trained my body to not allow overindulgence of greasy, hearty foods and I usually end up taking most of my dinner home.

What I also figured out this month is that doing my pilates machine every day is the key. When I do pilates and eat pretty decently during the week that is when I lose my most weight. It's incredible that working out daily really makes a huge difference, even if I cheat a bit.

August was very rough but I'm hoping that my September is better!

xoxo
B

Another month on Weight Watchers has come to a close ... and next month it's my 1 year anniversary. That is super crazy to think about because it feels like I just started this journey a little while ago.

My progress this month was better than previous; I lost a few pounds and gained one back. I don't stress out anymore when I gain a pound because I know I have a plan in place to lose it. As long as I'm maintaining the majority of the weight I did lose, I'm good.

However, I did figure out what works for me: meal prepping.

Before my new found discovery I was eating the same things for breakfast and lunch every day, and wasn't satisfied so I was snacking (and non-weight watchers snacks too). I changed it up and started to meal prep instead of grabbing oatmeal & a Lean Cusine frozen lunch.

I usually make breakfast muffins on a Sunday for the entire week, and then make some cauliflower rice and spring rolls for lunch. I'm really full and don't feel the need to snack so much.



Just last night I made myself Trader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi with a touch of Lite Alfredo Sauce for lunch today and it's low points, super filling, and satisfying.

Meal prepping has really worked for me and I advise everyone trying to lose weight to at least try it. Knowing what you are going to eat and actually eating what you want (in moderation, in line with your diet) is key.

If I can keep up the meal prepping and some pilates during the week I'm hopeful I can get down to more of a goal weight.

I really want to lose another 30 pounds, making the total close to 60 but I have a feeling it's going to take me a lot longer than I think. It's taken me almost a year to lose 26-30 pounds and while that is frustrating I know it's because I haven't been as regimented as I was in the beginning.

I need to get back into the proper mindset, keep meal prepping and keep exercising during the week as well as the gym on the weekends.

Next month is the big 1-year update so stay tuned for that!

xoxo
B

Trader Joes Hashbrowns; 2 egg muffins

I've been doing Weight Watchers for nine months and have lost a total of 25 pounds. However, it has been a real struggle the past two months.

I haven't been losing weight and at a complete standstill. It's really discouraging and I'm honestly getting fed up with it.

Partially, I blame the freestyle program. I had a hard time with it when it was first introduced back in December and it's only gotten worst. I know that there are more zero point foods but not having as many points as I used too is a real problem.



I'm just always so hungry and truthfully, I cheat a lot more than I used too. I'm not as regimented as I once was because I know that if I cheat, and eat just a little of what I want that I'll still lose weight or maintain it.

I'm just not in that mindset anymore and it's really bad. I think I'm discouraged because I'm losing weight and then I eat how I want.

I am also exercising more; I go to the gym at least twice a week and then I try to do my pilates machine every night for a half hour. That is really helping and making a difference.

It's important to note that I haven't gained any weight so that is very, very good. It means that Weight Watchers is still worth it and still working, it's just that I'm not in the best mindset. I do think I am losing inches because I look skinnier and look like I'm still losing weight.

Sometimes it's not all about the number on the scale.

I think if you're looking for a change of lifestyle and a healthy way to lose weight, Weight Watchers is still the way to go. I would've never lost this much weight without this program.

I am trying my best, and I am going to try to be better in the coming days and weeks.

xoxo
B

In the world of Weight Watchers, I haven't felt super deprived of anything, except maybe bagels and pastries, which I do not eat that often.

I can have a slice of pizza, I can have pasta, it's all well and good. However, when I saw this recipe floating around the Internet a few weeks ago I immediately jumped at it.

The Two Ingredient Dough is 6 points in total, which is a STEAL. Once you add toppings it is, of course, more, but I hardly count that if you use the right stuff.

I've never made a dough in my life and even though it's only two ingredients, it was still hard to make. There was a lot of kneading involved, and it makes quite a mess but it is so worth it.

What are the magical two ingredients you ask? They are self-rising flour and greek yogurt.

1/2 cup of each gives you a small, little dough that tastes pretty damn good.








So far, I've created multiple pizzas, garlic knots, and everything bagel knots. There has never been a better time to test out Trader Joe's Everything Bagel Seasoning than with some dough and butter.



Really, you can make anything with this dough; I wonder how it would taste/come out as just a regular loaf of bread.

Even though I have created little bagel knots, I haven't done actual bagel yet and I really want to try. That requires me boiling the dough before baking it and that's a big commitment for me.

In conclusion, this dough is delicious and very versatile. If you're not on weight watchers but still want a good, diet alternative I highly recommend whipping a batch of this up!